Snow Wheel loader operator

Front End Loader Operator

Reports to: Service Manager

Job Overview:

The Snow Front End Loader Operator is responsible for operating a front-end loader to remove snow from roadways, parking lots, and other designated areas. This role involves ensuring the safe and efficient clearing of snow to maintain accessibility and safety standards. The operator must be able to work in adverse weather conditions, often during night shifts and weekends.

Core Capabilities:

• Customer and quality focus
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Team work
• Excellent problem solving abilities
• Responsibility and dependability
• Ethics and integrity

Job Duties:

• Respond promptly to calls for snow and ice events
• Prepare and show up for shifts free from the influence of any drugs, alcohol, or medicines that have an effect on safe and productive equipment operation
• Conduct pre-shift inspections and maintenance on all vehicles and equipment
• Clear snow from customer sites from designated areas (marked on site maps)
• Pile snow in designated and approved locations only
• Operate vehicles and snowplow equipment in a safe, responsible and efficient manner following all recommended operating procedures
• Control ice accumulations at jobsites with the safe and responsible use of de-icing agents (salt, treated salt, liquids or other de-icing chemicals)
• Hand-shovel or hand-treat site areas as required (walkways, doorways, fire equipment, etc.)
• Be available for communication at all times during a shift and before/after shifts
• Accurately document site service records for each and every site including times, services performed, weather conditions etc.
• Submit paperwork and documentation promptly at the end of each shift
• Document and report any obstacles at site(s)
• Perform basic maintenance and small repairs on vehicles and equipment as required
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
• Comply with all company policies and procedures
• Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations

Requirements:

• Completion of high school
• Valid drivers’ license and/or equipment operators certificate(s)
• Safe driving record – able to submit a driver’s abstract (infractions history) upon request
• Minimum 2 years of experience operating snowplows and/or snowplow equipment
• Ability to read and interpret maps
• Documentation knowledge of: driver logbook; pre-trip and post-trip inspections; maintenance and repair reports; and trip reports
• Physically fit with strong stamina
• Ability to follow safe working procedures
• Excellent observation skills and a strong attention to detail
• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
• Speak, read, and write English
• Carry and use a smart phone or data-enabled device for communication and reporting

Work Conditions:

• Various locations including both residential and commercial sites
• Extremely flexible working hours, including nights, weekend, and holiday work
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Work safely near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis
• Work outdoors in various conditions including extreme cold, rain, dust, noise, and wet conditions

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Extended hours
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Wheel loader: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Brighton, NY 14620 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $35